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Bank Holiday Today: If you have planned to visit the bank today to deposit a cheque, update your passbook, withdraw cash, or handle other important tasks, please read this news first.

Bank Holiday Today: Today, July 16, 2026 (Thursday), banks will remain closed in some states across the country. Consequently, many tasks requiring a visit to a bank branch cannot be completed today. However, digital services such as UPI, ATMs, internet banking, and mobile banking will continue to operate as usual.

Therefore, before leaving home, it is important to know why banks are closed today and on which other days in July bank holidays are scheduled.

Why are banks closed today?

On Thursday, July 16, 2026, banks will remain closed in certain states due to local festivals and regional holidays. Since this holiday is not applicable nationwide, the status of bank operations (open or closed) may vary across different states. If your task requires a visit to a bank branch, please check the holiday list for your specific state.

Will online banking work today?

If you only need to transfer money or make online payments, there is no need to worry.

• You will be able to send and receive money via UPI.
• Internet banking and mobile banking services will remain operational.
• Cash withdrawals via ATMs will be possible.
• Online bill payments and digital transactions will remain unaffected.

However, tasks requiring a visit to the bank branch—such as cash deposits, cheque deposits, draft issuance, passbook updates, or other counter services—may be affected today.

When will banks remain closed in July?

If you have any important bank-related work this month, please make a note of these dates in advance.